Going Out For Mexican Food in Clinton County, IL

After the Thanksgiving Feast, something totally different might be nice for dinner—like Mexican! When visiting Clinton County, check out one of these local favorites for a quick bite or casual dinner.

True to its name, you can order a refreshing margarita or a pitcher for the table at Margaritas Mexican Restaurant & Cantina in New Baden. It’s one of three restaurants the family runs, all serving a large South-of-the-Border menu. Among the many specialties are enchiladas, several kinds of fajitas, and a nice selection of meat entrees and vegetarian plates.
7551 State Route 160, New Baden
618-588-3040
Monday – Thursday, 11:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Friday – Saturday, 11:00 a.m. – 10:30 p.m.
Sunday, 11:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Mexico on Main in Trenton is a friendly restaurant with comfy booths and a lineup of Mexican fare. Follow hot chips and cool salsa with tasty dishes, such as burrito de carne asada or chicken chimichangas, and wash it all down with a giant margarita.
10 South Main Street, Trenton
618-224-6086
11:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Clinton County also has four other Mexican restaurants, one in Breese, another in New Baden, and two in Centralia.
El Arado
50 N. 4th Street, Breese
618-526-0222
Sunday – Thursday, 11:00 a.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Friday – Saturday, 11:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m.